Travelling from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes. Baku's timezone is UTC+4, making Baku 1 hour ahead of Minsk.
Flights from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport start from 04:45 — the first with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. The latest flight in the day is the 22:55 option with Belavia. Overall, there are 7 weekly services between MSQ and GYD.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines has direct flights from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Baku — and maybe even more of Azerbaijan if time allows.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. To see all your options, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the MSQ to GYD route.
Before reserving your cheap ticket from MSQ to GYD, check if you need a visa to enter Azerbaijan. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
R 12,290 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Return flights start at R 20,009. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from MSQ to GYD by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Minsk National Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Minsk. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 41 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 18 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, check out Green Park Hotel Airport Minsk. It's a short ride from MSQ.
Arriving at Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GYD if you're on a late flight from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to central Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Baku. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 24 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 31 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Baku in April.
When booking your flight from Minsk National Airport to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Baku, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MSQ to GYD in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 10ºC on average.
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